What This Retreat Is All About
The mention of prana is often related to the breath however, prana is really our life force. The energy that allows us to be alive! All things in the universe exist because of prana and all of our prana is interconnected. Through the practices in yoga, dance, breathwork and connecting to nature and like-minded beings we can expand our vibration of prana. The Kundalini methods talk about the energy that rises up the spine to the 3rd eye cultivating liberation. But we also have the power to ‘soak’ our cells with prana through joyful practices as well as peaceful practices and that’s what this 3.5 day retreat is all about.
In the Tantric lineage, in which all Hatha yoga was born, connecting to our prana is at the forefront of the teachings. Life force and energy are one and the same and as we understand via Quantum Physics we can manipulate our energy for our benefit, expansion and fulfilment.
What you'll experience during this retreat
During this 3.5 day retreat, we will explore the many ways to connect to our prana and raise our vibration. Working from the external to the internal each day. Finding joy and exhilaration then harnessing it to cultivate a deeper connection within through guided pranayama exercises and deep meditations.
We will also look at gathering and connecting prana through our integration with others, being in nature and enjoy nourishing food as we spend our time together with raised awareness of all our interactions.
This retreat will be powerful and the effects will resonate long after we have left. You will depart with an energetic connection that expands beyond your body and a trust of knowing the depth of this prana is never ending.
About Casa Gatti
Headline: Your Home for the Weekend
Nestled in the breathtaking Ticino valley, Casa Gatti is an oasis of peace surrounded by lush forests, rivers, and mountain trails. This beautiful retreat center offers cozy accommodations, healthy and nourishing meals, and spaces designed to encourage relaxation and self-discovery.
📍 Location: Casa Gatti, Ticino, Switzerland.
(Click here to learn more about Casa Gatti.)
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Schedule
Thursday 24 April
Arrival at Casa Gatti by 3pm. We’ll start with a welcome circle and go into a Brahmani Sacred Dance session designed to shake off the ‘dirt’ from the outside world.
We’ll finish with a pranayama and meditation session before dinner at 19.30
Friday and Saturday 25-26 April
- 07.30 - Meditation, pranayama and journaling
- 08.30 - tea break
- 09.00 -11.00 Asana and journaling
- 11.00 Brunch
- 13.30 - Nature Walk and connection exercises
- 16.00-18.00 Sacred Dance and journaling
- 18.00-19.30 Pranayama and restorative
- 19.30 dinner
Sunday 27 April
- 07.30 - Meditation, pranayama and journaling
- 08.30 - tea break
- 09.00 -11.00 Asana and journaling
- 11.00 Brunch
- 13.30-14.30 - Final Sacred dance and closing circle
- 15.00 - Depart
(Interested in extending your stay? Book an additional night with Casa Gatti)
Register"It is years since anyone has inspired me as you do, Julie. Both in my personal practice and as a teacher. I
am so grateful to you for rekindling my fire and expressing my yoga heart in everything you communicate, on
and off the mat."
"After a week-long retreat, I feel grounded, connected and grateful. It was a week that allowed me to think only about me and the strength of the circle of women around us. This allowed me to get a sense of what I want to manifest in my life. Your teachings were clear, sometimes challenging sometimes cheerful, but always with an end of great life lessons. I thank you for so much beauty you give us and ready for new retreats."
Mara, 50 | Greece Retreat, Sep 2021
About Julie
I'm here to invite you into a practice that embraces your individuality and curiosity. An EMBODIED Yoga based on a sensory experience, free from outdated dogma and limited linear structures.
Raised as a Vendatist, I grew up immersed in the philosophy of yoga. In my 20's I began to practice asana and research different ways of moving while studying the history of yoga. The resulting discovery is that yoga is EVOLVING and always has, so we have permission to explore these practices, challenge the myths, and move forward with knowledge and awareness.
My mission is to EMPOWER your practice. To help find your own pace, fluidity, and strength in a structure that is an invitation, not a rule. Tap into your curiosity and trust your experience to take charge of your practice on and off the mat.
Date & Price
24 - 27 April 2025 | Casa Gatti, Ticino, CH
Cost: CHF 750 per person.
- All meals from Friday dinner to Sunday brunch.
- Twin room (either en-suite or shared bathroom)
- All yoga, meditation, and workshop sessions.
- Access to Casa Gatti’s beautiful facilities.
What’s Not Included:
- Travel expenses.
- Sunday evening accommodation
Booking Policies
Payment in full appreciated upon registration. Or a non refundable deposit of 200 CHF is needed to secure your place. Payment in full due on or before 11th April.
Read our general booking and cancellation policies here
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